Humans Causing California's Mountains To Grow 36
New submitter Megan Sever writes: "This is a cool story about anthropogenic effects of water withdrawal moving mountains — literally. According to new research published today (abstract) and reported in EARTH Magazine, humans have been causing the Sierra Nevada mountains to rise. By withdrawing water for irrigation and other purposes, we have inadvertently removed water from the mountains, allowing them to uplift. The research shows a seasonal and annual cycle."
I know it's just the one. (Score:5, Funny)
I thought Grand Tetons only swelled when you add liquid to them.
Re:I know it's just the one. (Score:4, Funny)
Yeah. And don't feed them after midnight.